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Chicory (American term) or curly endive

In season

Food Description:

A type of lettuce. The curly, ragged-edged leaves with long stems are dark green on the outside becoming paler towards the centre. The leaves are slightly bitter to taste.

General Information:

Category: Vegetable
To Buy: Buy fresh crisp leaves. Avoid wilted or soft leaves with signs of discolouring.
To Store: Store in a plastic bag in the crisper of the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Tips and Tricks: Never store salad green near fruits like banana, apple and pear. They produce a gas which speeds up the ripening or deterioration process.

Nutrition (1 Cup):

Energy (kJ): 9.3
Protein (g): 0.2
Saturated Fat, g : 0.0
Folic Acid: Important during pregnancy as this vitamin is involved in the duplication of chromosomes, preventing birth defects. Lowers the risk of heart disease and is necessary for proper brain and gut function.
Salicylates: Naturally occurring plant chemicals found in several fruits, vegetables, nuts, herbs and spices, jams, honey, yeast extracts, tea and coffee, juices, beer and wines. Also present in flavourings, perfumes, scented toiletries and some medications. For those with sensitivities, low foods are almost never a problem, moderate and high foods may cause reactions, depending on how sensitive you are and how much is eaten. Very high foods will most often cause unwanted symptoms in sensitive individuals. High
Carbohydrates, g: 0.1
Fat (g): 0.0
Monosaturated Fat , g: 0.0
Amines: Amines come the breakdown or fermentation of proteins. High amounts are found in cheese, chocolate, wine, beer and yeast extracts. Smaller amounts are present in some fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, avocados, bananas. For those with sensitivities, low foods are almost never a problem, moderate and high foods may cause reactions, depending on how sensitive you are and how much is eaten. Very high foods will most often cause unwanted symptoms in sensitive individuals. Low
Glutamates: Glutamate is found naturally in many foods, as part of protein. It enhances the flavour of food, which is why foods rich in natural glutamates such as tomatoes, mushrooms and cheeses are commonly used in meals. Pure monosodium glutamate (MSG) is used as an additive to artificially flavour many processed foods, and should be avoided, especially in sensitive individuals as it can cause serious adverse reactions. n/a

Cooking:

Cooking Tips: Wash and dry salad greens thoroughly using a salad spinner.

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.



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